Optical Prism June 2015 | Page 38

PROPER FIT IS KEY TO ENSURING KIDS WILL KEEP ON A NEW PAIR OF GLASSES. WESTGROUPE OFFERS THEIR TOP TIPS FOR GETTING THE RIGHT FIT. FITTING KIDS eyewear ❶ HAVE YOUR CHILD FITTED BY AN EYECARE PROFESSIONAL to ensure clear vision and comfort. ❷ PROPERLY FITTING GLASSES SHOULD NOT SLIP, or leave red marks on the nose or around the ears. ❸ CHOOSE A SIZE THAT WILL FIT for the next 6-12 months Hello Kitty 257-1 to avoid frame slippage that could change visual acuity. ❹ CHOOSE FRAMES WITH SPRING HINGES for added flexibility. ❺ HAVE A BACK-UP PAIR since kids tend to play rough, and leave belongings behind. New Balance Kids 105-3 ❻ LET YOUR CHILD HAVE A SAY IN CHOOSING THEIR FRAMES, and reinforce that their glasses are a fashion accessory so that they will feel confident wearing them. ❼ ASK YOUR EYECARE PROFESSIONAL ABOUT POLYCARBONATE LENSES that are light weight, and offer impact and UV resistance. Superflex Kids 144-3 18519_OpticalPrism_infographic_July_2015_v2.indd 1 2015-05-26 8:59 AM Spotlight RE5251 REACTIVE EYEWEAR WHY IT’S GREAT FOR KIDS WHY KIDS LOVE IT Features amazing styling for the small faces: Excellent mix of funky acetates, like model RE5251. The collection, is perfect for both adolescents and ladies with small faces. What this model features is the latest mix of acetate colours, by combining two different acetates and fusing them together, we are able to make new exciting colours that make an impact. The sizing for this collection ranges from 44 to 49 eye sizes. Mix of super lightweight stainless steel and acetates. Boys love the high fashion styles, like model RE5242, which employ laser cut out designs on the front. Learn more www.optikaeyewear.com